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We Remember Those Gone Too Soon: 2025 Global Wave of Light
We Remember Those Gone Too Soon During the 2025 Global Wave of Light On Oct. 15, communities across the world came together for the 2025 Global Wave of Light Vigil. At 7 p.m. local time, candles were lit across more than 60 countries, creating a continuous wave of light that circled the globe in an…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus Gold Award Recognizes Support for Breastfeeding Employees
Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus has received the Gold Level Breastfeeding Employee Support Award from the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, recognizing its outstanding support for breastfeeding employees. This award reflects the unified values across Stormont Vail Health’s campuses — from Topeka to Flint Hills — in creating inclusive, family-friendly workplaces. By offering lactation support, flexible…
Read MoreNow Available: Virtual Care After Hours
Stormont Vail Health is making it easier than ever to get care on your schedule. Our new After Hours On-Demand Video Visits are now available for qualifying patients with active Stormont Vail Primary Care providers and MyChart accounts. ✔ Available Monday through Friday, 5 to 8 p.m.✔ No need to schedule✔ Covered by most insurance…
Read MoreCelebrate Heart Health With Tiffany Naccarato – Next Walk With An APP
👟 Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025🕘 9 to 10 a.m.📍 Old Junction City High School Football Field (900 N. Eisenhower Dr., 66441)❤️ Wear Red for Heart Health Join us for a heart-healthy walk with Cardiology specialist Tiffany Naccarato, APRN. Hear tips for heart health and info about heart care services in Junction City.
Read MoreWe Celebrate at Gary’s Farm Festival 2025
Nearly 8,000 Stormont Vail Health team members (plus their friends and families) turned out to celebrate the season under the sun at Gary’s Farm. From pumpkin picking to corn mazes to photo ops, this year’s team event was packed with energy, laughter, and great company. Thank you to everyone who joined—we can’t wait for next…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Celebrates Ag Day at K-State
Stormont Vail Health joined the excitement of Ag Weekend at Kansas State University with an all-inclusive tailgate and game tickets for team members. More than 400 team members came together to enjoy great food, connect with colleagues, and celebrate our partnership with K-State Athletics. The Wildcats made the day even better with a 34–20 win…
Read MoreBetter Outcomes Start with a Picture
Join Dr. Hashmi for October’s Walk With A Doc. Join Dr. Mehmood Hashmi, Hematology and Oncology specialist at Stormont Vail Health, for a community walk and conversation about how imaging tools like CT and MRI help spot disease before symptoms earlier—giving patients their best chance at a healthy outcome. 👟 Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025🕘 9…
Read MoreNational APP Week 2025: Sept. 22–26
Recognizing the Professionals Advancing Exceptional Care This week is National APP Week—a time to celebrate the contributions of Advanced Practice Providers across healthcare, including: APPs are vital to the quality, continuity, and innovation of patient care. We’re grateful for the expertise, collaboration, and dedication our advanced practitioners bring to our teams and every patient interaction…
Read MoreCelebrating Nursing Excellence at Magnetizing KC 2025
Stormont Vail Health proudly participated in the annual Magnetizing KC symposium, hosted by the Kansas City Magnet Program Directors Consortium. This year’s theme, “Ignite the Power of Excellence,” spotlighted innovation, collaboration, and compassion in nursing. Fifty-nine team members represented Stormont Vail, including several presenters who shared impactful work in nursing leadership and innovation. Podium Presentations…
Read MoreSurgical Precision Starts with a Picture
Join Dr. Regier at our FIRST Walk with a Doc in Junction City. Dr. Daniel Regier, general surgeon at our Flint Hills Campus in Junction City, will explain how imaging tools like CT and MRI give our Surgical Care team the clarity they need to deliver the BEST care patients deserve—from identifying issues early to…
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